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Are you getting into the habit of wearing the same things again and again? Maybe it's time to think about updating your look for fall. We've broken it down to the five things you need to look cool and trendy this fall even if you aren't leaving home. Here are some COVID-friendly ...read more

Getting time to work out isn't as easy as it used to be. When I start planning out my week (I use a digital calendar AND a white board), I start with family obligations. First the girls' stuff goes in - teacher conferences, doctors appointments, music and sports. Then I add in ...read more

I love to keep my closet tidy and organized. It makes putting together outfits easy and fun. That means I stay on top of closet clean outs. I donate quite a bit of clothing to worthy organizations like Dress for Success, but some of my more pricey pieces aren't suitable for the ...read more

I'm here to tell you facebook ads really work. Lively wore me down during the early days of the COVID shut down. I was stuck at our new home with a handful of bras. I wanted the perfect bra that was both supportive and comfortable and allowed me to forget I was even wearing one. ...read more

My life is simpler these days. There aren't too many events on my calendar right now. I'm homeschooling and working from home and trying to explore our new home. I don't need a lot of fancy clothes right now, but I can walk in style with the cool new sneaker trends for spring. ...read more

Welcome to my summer quarantine uniform. Tank top, sandals, and denim. It will be on constant repeat this summer, the key is keeping it colorful and making it look like I am having a good time. I believe what we wear can have a HUGE impact on how we feel. Related: Stay in and ...read more

Raise your hand if t-shirts and joggers are your go-to uniform right now? I see a lot of hands in the air. This COVID social distancing approved outfit is the best way to stay in and still look cute in your summer fashions. Here are a few pieces (everything under $100!) that will ...read more

What a weird time it is to be someone who cares about style and clothes. It feels like a lifetime ago that I took these photos to show off the pieces I'd carefully selected from cabi to freshen up my spring wardrobe. What we need is fashion for RIGHT NOW, that means the spring ...read more

Shopping is supposed to be fun. Remember the days when we complained about how busy we were and stretched too thin? Well nowadays we still don't have a ton of time but we do have a lot of time with our kids and if you are like me you are noticing they've grown out of EVERYTHING. ...read more

I know spring 2020 is like no other. Many of us are feeling insecure about the future. I get it. For many of us putting together fun outfits for spring is not on the top of the list. But ladies, I'm here to talk about the power of fashion to lift our spirits. A new piece from ...read more

I love a good collaboration. When it comes to fashion, the power of two really is stronger. For the fifth year Talbots is teaming up with O, The Oprah Magazine for a co-branded capsule collection. And once again, the partnership aims to give back.  From February 18th to March ...read more

With the biggest date night of the year coming up, I thought I'd share the dress that is making me so happy right now. It's a new piece from the cabi 2020 Spring Collection and I think we've found the perfect Valentine's date night outfit. No matter who your date is or where you ...read more

My ski gear has to be as versatile as I am. My time is split between romping in the mountains and racing through NYC. I love that Rossignol is updating their designs to keep up with women like me.  Rossignol is a Ski Style Icon Since 1907, Rossignol has the benchmark in winter ...read more

Even though it's winter and you might not be thinking about the sun, consider this your reminder to put on your sunglasses. When it comes to picking out frames, I know that they have to look good to inspire you to wear them all year long. I've come up with tips for how to pick ...read more

I was in Knoxville last December and like any good blogger, I ventured out to find what was cool and trendy. I found a cool area downtown by the market square and picked up this new sweater. I've been living in it for weeks and thought I'd share my tips for styling cozy ...read more

Nothing ruins a good outdoor adventure like having the wrong gear. I have been relying on Skhoop to provide me with chic layers for the past few ski seasons and they don't let me down. This winter I've been slipping on the chic Osa jacket in this iridescent silver to play in the ...read more

I love a good outlet shopping haul. On a recent girl's getaway I popped into the Woodbury Outlets and got two amazing pieces at All Saints. One find was a black pair of distressed denim. As I slipped them on, I wondered: Am I too old for this trend? Should this look be tucked way ...read more

I'm not a PETA member and while I love animals, I could be a better advocate. Here's the thing, I'm admittedly self-serving when it comes to what I wear. Mostly I'm lead by my fashion sense. I'm very into the faux leather trend and now I've got a new find to share. Here's why you ...read more

I’m in party mode! The shopping and decorating are done and it’s time to have fun. I’m dressing up in Nic + Zoe this holiday to make my season a little brighter and merrier. For holiday outfit ideas, I've put together two Nic + Zoe outfits to show you what to wear to all your ...read more

I'm happy to announce we've found the best faux leather leggings! Leggings are likely a wardrobe staple for you. But are you wearing a pair that shows you in your best light? I've been testing (um, I mean wearing these everywhere) this pair from Commando for about a month now and ...read more

American Girl...love it or hate it you simply have to admire the empire. We're fans of this brand--it promotes reading and a knowledge of history. Plus, we find the fashions irresistible. For die-hard fans, a visit to NYC's American Girl store is a must-see. Even if your ...read more

I don't know about you, but I have trouble resisting the holiday sales. Now that it's cold in my neck of the woods, all I want to wear are yummy sweaters and leggings. That's what I'm shopping for right now. And since this will be the season of cozy chic fashions, I thought I ...read more

Fall means rich colors, sophisticated prints and layering on the accessories. This autumn, I've been staying warm and stylish with super cute fashions from British designer, Joules. Styling Joules for a Momtrends Event Last week I was hosting a mom influencer event here in NYC. ...read more

Are you ready to integrate some new outfits into your closet? As the temperature cools, I find myself wearing more and more denim. I'm excited to share these great denim finds for fall that don't involve blue jeans. It's a new brand for me and I'm loving the style and fresh take ...read more

Yoga has been keeping this mama fit and centered since 1994. That's when I started practicing back in St. Louis at a funky ahsram. While I've changed yoga studies many times, my practice has never stopped. In fact, I practiced through two pregnancies. One thing that helps keep my ...read more

How many times have you left when the sun is shining up above only to get caught in a sudden, unexpected downpour? Unfortunately this has happened to me on more than one occasion. I'm excited to share my latest find: RainRaps reversible rain covers. Cool and functional rain gear ...read more

Leggings are a fashion favorite because they are so comfortable. But finding a pair that looks appropriate outside of the gym can be tricky. I found a new pair from Talbots that I adore, and I'm sharing tips on how to style and wear leggings this fall. Talbots Soho Legging This ...read more

Layering season is coming, and I admit I'm getting a little excited. I love early fall when it's time to dig out the boots and start adding more fashion touches. I'm having a great time experimenting with this new item from Heidi Kagan--it's one wrap that can be styled four ...read more

Last week, I talked about how a new phone case did the trick as an accessory to boost my look. Today, I'm sharing transitional outfit ideas for fall. I'm using BaubleBar jewelry to transform a basic outfit to something chic. It's an easy solution that won't take up a lot of space ...read more

Back-to-school fashion extends to our accessories. At our house, the ladies love talking about style. When we prepped for back to school, new sneakers were a big deal. But they weren't the only accessories the girls cared about -- they both wanted new phone cases, too. I asked ...read more

I know where to go when I need to get the perfect small bags for summer travel --LeSportSac. I went to my favorite place to send tourists in NYC --the DUMBO Brooklyn waterfront to show you how easy it is to style this bag and get ready for your summer adventures. Related: The 10 ...read more

Running with my teen and tween daughters has been a great source of pride and joy for me. It's a way to show them how much fun exercise can be -- it's a great way to turn a workout into a bonding experience. My 11 year old and I have done a number of 5K's together. As a treat to ...read more

When it comes to adding cute linen pieces to my summer wardrobe, Boden is always a great resource. This summer I'm crazy for all things linen and metallic. Combining these two trends is my favorite way to pull off everyday effortless summer dressing. Related: The 10 best flip ...read more

Brooklyn has become mighty trendy these days. When I first moved here 15 years ago from the Upper East Side of Manhattan, many friends thought I was crazy. Nowadays, Brooklyn apartments sell for more than those in Manhattan. Part of the reason is our ability to foster creativity ...read more